Annapurna Interactive has announced a free upgrade path from the Nintendo Switch edition of Stray to the new Nintendo Switch 2 version for players who purchased the game digitally.
Stray, developed by BlueTwelve Studio and originally released on July 19, 2022 for PC and PlayStation platforms, later arrived on Nintendo Switch.
The publisher’s recent move aims to ensure Switch owners can access the updated Switch 2 build without repurchasing the title.
What the free upgrade covers
- Eligibility: The upgrade applies only to digital copies of Stray purchased via Nintendo’s eShop.
Physical cartridge owners are not included in the publisher’s stated policy.
- Discount mechanics: Digital owners attempting to buy the Nintendo Switch 2 edition of Stray should see the price reduced to zero—a full (100%) discount—at checkout in the eShop.
Rewritten statement
Annapurna Interactive has communicated that customers who previously purchased Stray on Nintendo Switch through the eShop will be entitled to a free upgrade to the Nintendo Switch 2 version; digital buyers should receive a full discount when acquiring the Switch 2 edition.
Developer and platform context
Stray is a narrative-driven adventure developed by BlueTwelve Studio and published by Annapurna Interactive.
Since its initial 2022 release on PC and PlayStation, the game has expanded to other platforms, including Nintendo’s handheld-console family.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is the platform for the updated build announced by Annapurna, and the publisher’s free-upgrade approach follows common industry practices for platform transitions that involve digital storefronts.
How to claim and what to check
Players should attempt to purchase the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Stray through the eShop while signed in with the Nintendo Account used to buy the original Switch release.
If the discount does not appear, users should check their purchase history and, if necessary, contact Nintendo Support or Annapurna Interactive customer support with proof of purchase.
This policy announcement from Annapurna Interactive confirms the publisher’s commitment to support existing digital customers during the transition to Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.
For the latest details and any regional variations, consult the Nintendo eShop and official Annapurna Interactive channels.
Stray, developed by BlueTwelve Studio and originally released on July 19, 2022 for PC and PlayStation platforms, later arrived on Nintendo Switch.
The publisher’s recent move aims to ensure Switch owners can access the updated Switch 2 build without repurchasing the title.
What the free upgrade covers
- Eligibility: The upgrade applies only to digital copies of Stray purchased via Nintendo’s eShop.
Physical cartridge owners are not included in the publisher’s stated policy.
- Discount mechanics: Digital owners attempting to buy the Nintendo Switch 2 edition of Stray should see the price reduced to zero—a full (100%) discount—at checkout in the eShop.
Rewritten statement
Annapurna Interactive has communicated that customers who previously purchased Stray on Nintendo Switch through the eShop will be entitled to a free upgrade to the Nintendo Switch 2 version; digital buyers should receive a full discount when acquiring the Switch 2 edition.
Developer and platform context
Stray is a narrative-driven adventure developed by BlueTwelve Studio and published by Annapurna Interactive.
Since its initial 2022 release on PC and PlayStation, the game has expanded to other platforms, including Nintendo’s handheld-console family.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is the platform for the updated build announced by Annapurna, and the publisher’s free-upgrade approach follows common industry practices for platform transitions that involve digital storefronts.
How to claim and what to check
Players should attempt to purchase the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Stray through the eShop while signed in with the Nintendo Account used to buy the original Switch release.
If the discount does not appear, users should check their purchase history and, if necessary, contact Nintendo Support or Annapurna Interactive customer support with proof of purchase.
This policy announcement from Annapurna Interactive confirms the publisher’s commitment to support existing digital customers during the transition to Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.
For the latest details and any regional variations, consult the Nintendo eShop and official Annapurna Interactive channels.